Jr. Reliability Engineer

JLL • Malvern, PA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking a Junior Reliability Engineer to join its Work Dynamics team, supporting the operations and maintenance of clients’ buildings, infrastructure, and equipment assets. The role develops reliability analyses to assess asset, component, and process health using data from connected systems, continually refining maintenance strategies to meet outcomes-based performance goals. It also oversees root cause failure analysis of equipment issues and determines corrective actions that balance cost avoidance, return on investment, and client priorities to maximize asset reliability and efficiency. JLL offers opportunities for career growth, including support toward globally recognized Reliability and Asset Management qualifications.

This is an on-site position in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline; mechanical or electrical engineering preferred.
• Formal maintenance planning and scheduling training.
• 1–2 years of experience implementing RCM and CbM/PdM methods and operating building automation and energy management systems.
• Solid understanding of asset management, data analytics, and capital planning approaches.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression systems.
• Familiarity with commercial, critical, manufacturing, laboratory, or distribution facility types.
• Proficiency with CMMS software and strong computer skills, including advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior client representatives.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and interpret incomplete data sets to make informed recommendations.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in critical or regulated environments such as data centers, laboratories, manufacturing facilities, automotive, petrochemical, or pharmaceutical settings.
• Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) designation.
• Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional (CMRP) designation.
• Level 1 thermography certification.
• Level 1 vibration analysis certification.
• Level 1 ultrasound certification.
• Self-starter mindset, flexible and open-minded approach, and drive to go beyond expectations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed work packages for planned maintenance, including safety requirements, permits, work sequencing, labor estimates, and associated costs.
• Develop and maintain standard work routines, task lists, and job plans in the CMMS, including relevant parts, labor, craft, vendor, regulatory, and safety details.
• Update and maintain CMMS asset records, including new equipment entries, retirements, and field labeling, and keep drawings, manuals, and supporting documentation current.
• Support root cause analysis, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), preventive maintenance optimization (PMO), and implementation of precision and predictive maintenance routines.
• Rank asset criticality using Reliability Centered Maintenance approaches and help define proactive, cost-beneficial maintenance strategies and risk mitigation plans.
• Facilitate operational event and equipment failure investigations, identify root causes, prescribe corrective actions, and monitor follow-up to confirm effectiveness.
• Apply predictive maintenance technologies—including vibration analysis, oil analysis, infrared thermography, ultrasound, and motor current analysis—to assess rotating and moving equipment.
• Maintain accurate CMMS records and develop equipment reliability KPIs, including planned/unplanned work ratios, cost metrics, and mean time between failures (MTBF).
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Planning teams locally and globally.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
• Support toward globally recognized Reliability and Asset Management qualifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level